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The Trump administration has canceled 83% of USAID programs, redirecting billions of dollars away from international aid projects. The decision, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focuses on reallocating resources to domestic priorities. Critics warn of the impact on global...
Nasir el-Rufai, former Kaduna State governor, resigns from the APC, citing internal issues with party leadership. El-Rufai pledges to unite opposition parties under the Social Democratic Party (SDP) to challenge the APC in future elections. He calls on supporters to join his political movement...
Adeseye Ogunlewe, a former Nigerian senator, claims that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s beauty may be hindering her success in the male-dominated Senate. He argued that her attractiveness causes distractions among male colleagues, reflecting on the challenges women in politics face, including...
Rivers APC Chair calls for Governor Fubara's resignation or impeachment after he invited pro-Wike lawmakers for talks. The invitation followed multiple ultimatums and a Supreme Court judgment, intensifying political tensions in Rivers State. The APC Chair criticizes Fubara for undermining the...
Nasir El-Rufai resigns from the APC and joins the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing a divergence of values. El-Rufai criticized APC leadership and expressed disappointment with President Tinubu's administration. His decision has sparked discussions about Nigeria’s political future...
Pro-Wike lawmakers in Rivers State demand a formal invitation from Governor Fubara before meeting to discuss issues like the 2025 budget and seating arrangements. Tensions rise over social media invitations, with both lawmakers and former local officials calling for resolution and peace-building...
Nasir El-Rufai's recent visits to Atiku Abubakar, Rauf Aregbesola, and Tunde Bakare have sparked speculation about new political alliances ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election. These meetings signal potential shifts as El-Rufai navigates his political future, possibly aligning with...
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has criticized Senate President Godswill Akpabio for politicizing calls for an open investigation into allegations by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Saraki urged Akpabio to ensure due process, warning against ethnic and regional bias in handling the matter...
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio criticizes uninformed public commentary on Senate matters, comparing it to the Messi-Ronaldo debates. He urges Nigerians to avoid commenting on legislative affairs without proper knowledge. His remarks follow the controversy surrounding Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s...
Nigerian Senate Ethics Chairman Neda Imasuen has been disbarred in New York over fraud allegations. Court records show he took legal fees but failed to represent a client, leading to his permanent ban in 2010. His role in Nigeria’s Senate has sparked outrage over ethical standards in governance...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has invited Assembly members for a crucial meeting following a Supreme Court ruling. The agenda includes Assembly sittings, unpaid allowances, and the 2025 budget. With political tensions rising, the meeting’s outcome could shape Rivers State’s governance...
Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi Bamidele denies claims that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s six-month suspension was linked to her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Bamidele insists she was suspended for violating Senate rules. Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi...
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